setbacks

NOUN

disappointment

Synonyms

STRONGEST

blow defeat delay difficulty hindrance impediment misfortune obstacle reversal slowdown stumbling block trouble

STRONG

about-face bath bottom check comedown flip-flop hitch rebuff regress regression reverse upset

WEAK

backset drawing board hold-up reversal of fortune whole new ballgame

Antonyms

STRONGEST

advance advantage aid assistance blessing contentment expedition furtherance help peace

WEAK

achievement boon boost success

Example Sentences

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Despite choosing Boeing in 2017 to modify two 747s, the project has faced numerous setbacks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

Still none of those have proven to be meaningful setbacks for tech, and the latest round appears to be much the same.

From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026

The bulk of this final season has the team dealing with this massive storm that’s created a slew of setbacks at a make-or-break moment for the restaurant.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026

It's an effort that has been years in the making, but which has also faced several setbacks and delays.

From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026

But for all of my setbacks I am strong strong.

From "Beast Rider" by Tony Johnston & María Elena Fontanot de Rhoads